United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Member’s Badge for Ladies, c.1950 Auction Emanating from the latter two

Emanating from the latter two are loops which retain an aluminum chain link hanger

Footnote: Ernest Edward Cunnah was born in Richmond

designer's name "OTTO PLACEK" on the reverse

constructed of dark blue wool

measuring 53 mm (w) x 77 mm (h - inclusive of crown with horizontally pierced ball suspension adorned by cross)

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Member’s Badge for Ladies, c.1950 Auction Emanating from the latter twoInstituted June 4 1917. In silver, a members badge, measures 47. 19 mm (w) x 63. 12 mm (h), with the original ladies bow of red and grey silk, unmarked, in extremely fine condition. Contained in original case of issue, a black leatherette, lid marked M. B. E, interior lid marked TOYE, KENNING & SPENCER LIMITED LONDON, with removable velvet, measures 145 mm (w) x 130 mm (h) x 20 mm (d), light wear, strong hinge, very fine.